Evans Rutto

Evans Rutto (born 8 April 1978 in Marakwet District) is a Kenyan long-distance runner, who specialises in road running events.

He opened his 2004 season with a win at the London Marathon, beating Sammy Korir to the finish by half a minute.

[4] He returned to the Chicago course in October and defended his title with a winning time of 2:06:16 – over a minute and a half ahead of runner-up Daniel Njenga.

[5] His 2005 performances were considerably less successful as he only managed tenth place at the London Marathon, losing his unbeaten record of three straight victories.

[8] Rutto took time out from competitive running after a disappointing 2006, due to injury and personal problems.